10 Gentle Reminders

Source: Kate Spade's Book of Etiquette



Children etiquette - Instilling good manners in a child

Do you know how to instill good manners in a child? Teaching manners is a gift that parents can share with their children, but they have to be patient and consistent in this process. 

Home is the place where children learn about love, caring and pleasing others and so manners should begin at home. Praising the children and letting them know that their efforts at home; for example, tidying up their toys, washing their hands, helping to set the table, speaking nicely to their family members and other little things around the house, will make children feel confident and continue good behavior.

By three years of age, children can learn to say please and thank you. Parents should use these words often and the children will become more aware of what manners are.

A child won’t become a polite, kind individual who thinks of others overnight. This is a long and continuous process that requires consistency- in both rewards and reminders. With commitment, parents can teach and support their children and learning the basic rules will become the building blocks of a more complex and sophisticated understanding of courtesy and civility as children grow up.



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Partnership with SK-II and UN Women

At Image Flair, we are dedicated to shaping the way women feel about themselves and we are very proud to partner with SK-II and UN Women Singapore in the  first-ever EMPOWER ME Campaign in Singapore.

The "Empowerment Effect" Workshop last Saturday, January 12 was a huge success. Ms. Victoria Peak from SK-II opened the workshop and was introduced by Ms. Eunice Tan, founder of Image Flair who also shared the objective of the workshop. Attendees also had  the privilege of hearing  a presentation by SK-II Brand Ambassador, Ms. Sheila Sim,  who gave a personal testimony on Empowerment.

Our life-coach, Mr Micheal Chua shared his empowerment tips and secrets to help build the attendees’ self-esteem and  confidence. Our Image and etiquette consultant, Ms. Diana Anne had equipped them with social knowledge and enhanced image styling skills to help them secure better employment opportunities and career advancement.

 

We are so happy that the attendees from Beautiful Women enjoyed the workshop and we appreciated that they gave  us three loud cheers “Good Job” at the end of the workshop. This means so much to us as we felt that we have achieved our goal.

Our next "Empowerment Effect" Workshop  will be conducted for the residents and volunteers of Casa Raudha on January 19. We will share more about the event after the workshop.  

To view the pictures of our Empowerment Effect workshop, please go to our Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Image-Flair-Academy-of-Modern-Etiquette/148990591835272.

 

Personal Grooming - Beauty Tips – DIY removal of blackheads and whiteheads

Whiteheads and blackheads may occur on any type of skin. Blackheads result into the appearance of seemingly and small black spots on the skin, which can make your skin dull and dry. Whiteheads appear when oil and sebum inside the pore becomes infected by bacteria, and thus causes pus to form.  It is very important to remove them, as they can make you feel uncomfortable.

Fortunately, whiteheads and blackheads can be easily treated and eliminated by using some effective treatments. 

I have been experimenting with some of the effective homemade beauty treatments, and found out that there are some effective homemade and natural ways to eliminate them. There are many products in the market that removes black heads and white heads. I have tried many, but I would highly recommend, “Do it yourself” removal of black heads and white heads, if you have the time.

I have tried the following method of removing whiteheads and blackheads. For this, you will need:

Egg white, bowl and cotton pads.

Note: Concentrate on the face areas, like forehead, cheeks, nose and chin.

Here are the steps that you need to follow:

Step 1: Spread the egg white on your forehead with your fingers.

Step 2.  Place the cotton pad on the forehead. (If you feel the cotton pads are too thick, you may make it thinner and stretch it to cover the area in your forehead)

Step 3.  Add more egg white on top of the cotton pad on the forehead. Make sure that the cotton pad is wet and stick on the skin.

Step 4: Repeat Step 1-3 on cheeks, chin and nose as well.

Step 5: Let it dry. (I like to do it on a hot day, it dries up pretty fast)

Step 6: Peel off the cotton pad when it becomes dry. You will notice that there are many black heads and whiteheads on the cotton pad.

Note: You may repeat the process 2 to 3 times, if you feel that one try does not provide the sufficient results.

Step 7: Use scrub to scrub off the blackheads or whiteheads, which got stuck in between the pores. Then wash your face and use ice cubes to close up the pores.

Step 8: Follow it with your normal beauty routine, like apply moisturizer and sun block.

Now, you can easily remove your blackheads and whiteheads from your skin by applying the above method on your own. I have tried this method and found it very effective. So, why don’t you try to remove your whiteheads and blackheads at your home?  It really works.

 

 

Business Etiquette - Body Language in Business

Body language is a term used for forms of communication that use body movements or gestures instead of, or in addition to, verbal language or other forms of communication. Even your most subtle movements, including winking and the movement of your eyebrows, are considered part of your body language. Did you know that you are capable of making thousands upon thousands of facial expressions? With this ability to communicate your innermost feelings comes an obligation to learn how to use your body language to successfully work with others.

Understanding body language


Although you are usually not aware of it, you constantly send and receive non-verbal signals. These signals tend to indicate what you are truly feeling. Most people are capable of reading this language, so it is wise to pay attention to what you are saying via your physical demeanor. One of the most important times to be aware of your body language is during a brief encounter. For example, if you are interviewing for a job that you want, the person doing the interview will pay close attention to the way you enter the room, the way you sit during the interview, and what you do with your hands. Some employers train their interviewers to mirror a person's body language for the purpose putting them at ease. This gives them the sense that they are being understood.


Ways to positively use your body language

If you are intent on always making a good first impression when you meet someone, you must be able to control your body language. Saying the right things, both verbally and physically, will go a long way towards establishing a solid foundation for a healthy relationship. There are a number of things you can do to emit a positive feeling. Making direct eye contact is a great way to show the person you are meeting that you are sincere and confident. These are two highly desired traits.


The handshake is the focal point of the greeting ritual, and it often determines the comfort level and success of an entire meeting. Start with direct eye contact, then initiate the shake (gender is not a consideration). This demonstrates confidence, professionalism and gracious behavior. Meet the person's grip web to web and palm to palm. The shake should not be a bone crusher or limp (the kind of handshake that only includes half the hand). If you suffer from sweaty palms, blot your hand before shaking.

 

A warm smile invites conversation and openness. The key is the smile must be sincere, people can read a fake smile a mile away. When you want to show you are interested and listening, smile and nod your head up and down. Keep your hands away from your face when you speaking, because this gives the impression that you are unsure or lying!


Maintaining good posture shows an alertness and a sense of excitement that allows you to appear vibrant and full of life. Finally, keeping your hands open towards the one with whom you are talking demonstrates a willingness to open yourself to them. In contrast, closed hands or hands in your pockets tell someone that you need to shelter or protect yourself for some reason.

 

The way you dress says as much about you as your body language. Always be sure you are properly dressed for the job you have.  It is also important to wear clothing that is appropriate, of the best quality you can afford, and in good taste. It isn’t how many outfits you have, or the labels you wear that count, it’s how you care for your clothing and how you put it together with style. Most important is that your clothing reflect your positive attitude toward yourself, your work, and others.

 

Carefully consider what your body language is telling other people. It tends to say as much about you as your words. You want your body language to display an earnestness, openness, and sincerity that will make others want to interact with you. Communication is key in all relationships, so develop an ability to effectively communicate via your body language.

 

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Become Children Etiquette Consultant - Welcoming Our New Affiliate, Mr Adrian Hua

Are you looking forward to be a trainer for children, and teaching them etiquette? If yes, then you can with the help of our Train-the-Trainer program.

Image Flair Academy of Modern Etiquette is the official and exclusive provider of the Children’s Character, Confidence, and Courtesy Coach CertificateTrain-the-Trainer for Singapore. We pride on ourselves on representing the prestigious company, Civility Experts Worldwide in Singapore and we strongly believe that teaching children social graces is really important for the children as well as for parents and teachers who play an important role in supporting and reinforcing their children’s social development.

In July 2012, Adrian Hua purchased the Self Study Children’s Courtesy and Character Coach © Train the Trainer program and has joined us as our new IFAME Affiliate. Eunice Tan, Founder of Image Flair Academy of Modern Etiquette, MCCT® Certified through International Civility Trainers’ Consortium, affiliate and mentee of Lew Bayer, President, Civility Experts Worldwide says, “Adrian has shown all the qualities that are necessary to become a successful civility and etiquette trainer we are proud to welcome him as a new affiliate. Adrian had the option to take live training but chose to complete the self-study program and is in the process of acquiring his certification through the International Civility Trainers’ Consortium. In addition to this training, Adrian has a strong character, great patience, excellent communication skills, and is highly enthusiastic about teaching children social graces. I would like to congratulate him as an IFAME affiliate."

We are happy to receive Adrian’s testimonial and to include him in our team of affiliates.

Dear Eunice,

“I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the opportunity to be an IFAME affiliate with a reputable organization like yours. You have demonstrated grace and professionalism in all our correspondence, which is a quality so admirable and inspiring in many ways. The guidance and support that you have ardently provided through the course of my self-study – Train The Trainer curriculum, has instilled the confidence and courage for me to realize my ambition through my consultancy business. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience and I look forward to future opportunities in working together.”

       Adrian Hua, Founder and Director of Absolute Senses

                 

Becoming a children etiquette consultant is both an admirable and challenging career. As a consultant, etiquette trainers have the opportunity to help develop strong social and interpersonal skills. This job lets you share your etiquette and good manners with children as well as parents and teachers. To become a successful children etiquette consultant, you will have to continually learn, research and practice so that you can lead by example. The Civility Experts Worldwide Certified Train the Trainer program offered through Image Flair Academy of Modern Etiquette can help you! My team and I deliver face-to-face Train-the-Trainer program to the daycare providers, parents, teachers, event planners and others, who wish to teach children character, confidence and courtesy.

By attending a certification course, you will be able to learn the behavior and attitudes expected for children in various situations. Our Train the Trainer program is the most enjoyable and comprehensive certification program that offers our trainees an unforgettable training experience and unsurpassed knowledge.

Enroll in a certification program is important to become a certified children etiquette consultant. Our Children’s Confidence, Courtesy and Character Coach © Train theTrainer program is approved for the ICTC credit. We provide 5 days live training and self study material under our program. You can take the International Civility Trainers’ Consortium Certification exam after completing our live training or self study material. This exam provides you the certification in the field of children’s etiquettes. You can also apply for the ICTC Master Trainer Certification after 5 years of teaching and training experience.

If you would like to know more about our program, contact Ms Eunice Tan at 65.94311895 or email eunice@imageflair.com.sg

Etiquette Reaches Beyond Just “Being Nice”

As parents, we are charged with such great responsibility.  Not only it is our job to help our children become the best they can be, but it is often our greatest desire to see them reach their full potential. 

Whether we worry over how our toddlers will be treated by the other children, or we agonize over our full-grown children getting good jobs, we are emotionally invested in our children’s success.  Teaching our little ones the importance of etiquette is something that can help them reach their goals, as well as the goals we loving parents have for them.

Take for example the toddler mentioned above.  If your little boy is engaging in inappropriate behavior at the park, play group, or daycare center, then the other children are not going to want to play with him.  Not only does this affect his social standing, but it hurts a parent to see his or her child left out. 

Etiquette lessons are not just about which fork to use, rather they teach children how to interact appropriately in all types of social situations.  This results in better acceptance from the other children, and a more enjoyable experience for your child.

Older children also benefit from a solid foundation in proper etiquette.  The skills taught in these classes can actually help them in their regular school studies.  For example, learning better listening skills will ultimately teach them to pay better attention to their teachers. 

In addition, learning how to treat the teachers respectfully will help them create better relationships with the adults in charge of their learning experience.  In turn, teachers take more of an interest in the child who is kind and polite. 

It is a winning combination that leads to improved studies and learning opportunities.  Of course, a solid education is the foundation for so many other successes in life.

A good understanding of etiquette is something that will continue to benefit your child throughout his life.  From making a good first impression to communicating clearly, the skills taught in etiquette classes pertain as much to the workplace as they do to the schoolyard. 

For example, something as simple as learning the proper way to stand, sit, and walk (called deportment) will help your child convey a sense of self confidence that can help him get a good job and to be more effective at that job.  Learning good personal grooming habits can affect all of his relationships, including who he ultimately marries.

Giving your child a strong background in etiquette is something concrete that you can do as a parent that will undoubtedly help him become a more successful person.  He will be better liked and will be more prepared to graciously handle the things that life has to offer. 

As parents, these are the types of experiences we dream our children will have.  It’s wonderful to know that we have the ability to help guide and direct them toward this outcome.

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